GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
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supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
obsessivetending to cause obsession
pliablesupple enough to bend freely or repeatedly without breaking
alludeto make indirect reference
frittera small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat
morbidof, relating to, or characteristic of disease
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)